CVE-2020-4697 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis

IBM Jazz Foundation products are vulnerable to cross-site scripting, potentially leading to credential disclosure within a trusted session.

Understanding CVE-2020-4697

This CVE involves a vulnerability in IBM Jazz Foundation products that could allow users to embed arbitrary JavaScript code in the Web UI, altering functionality and risking credential exposure.

What is CVE-2020-4697?

Cross-site scripting vulnerability in IBM Jazz Foundation products

The Impact of CVE-2020-4697

Users can embed malicious JavaScript in the Web UI
Alters intended functionality, potentially leading to credential disclosure

Technical Details of CVE-2020-4697

This section provides technical insights into the vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

CVSS Score: 5.4 (Medium)
Attack Vector: Network
Exploit Code Maturity: High
User Interaction: Required

Affected Systems and Versions

Rational Team Concert: 6.0.2, 6.0.6, 6.0.6.1
Rational Rhapsody Design Manager: 6.0.2, 6.0.6, 6.0.6.1, 7.0, 7.0.1
Rational Rhapsody Model Manager: 6.0.6, 6.0.6.1, 7.0, 7.0.1, 6.0.2
Rational DOORS Next Generation: 6.0.2, 6.0.6, 6.0.6.1, 7.0, 7.0.1
Engineering Lifecycle Optimization: 7.0, 7.0.1
Rational Quality Manager: 6.0.2, 6.0.6, 6.0.6.1
Engineering Test Management: 7.0.0
Rational Engineering Lifecycle Manager: 6.0.2, 6.0.6, 6.0.6.1, 7.0, 7.0.1
Engineering Workflow Management: 7.0, 7.0.1
Rational Collaborative Lifecycle Management: 6.0.2, 6.0.6, 6.0.6.1

Exploitation Mechanism

Attack Complexity: Low
Privileges Required: Low
Scope: Changed

Mitigation and Prevention

Protect your systems from CVE-2020-4697 with these steps.

Immediate Steps to Take

Apply official fixes provided by IBM
Educate users on safe browsing practices
Monitor for any unusual activities

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update and patch software
Conduct security training for employees

Patching and Updates

Stay informed about security bulletins and updates
Implement patches promptly to mitigate risks